Environmental Science (Extended Degree) Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Course Overview - Environmental Science (Extended Degree) Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Are you passionate about tackling climate change, conserving biodiversity, or developing green business strategies? An Environmental Science degree at Northumbria could be for you.
This course combines scientific knowledge with the skills to communicate and advocate for change. You’ll learn from international experts and gain hands-on experience to solve real-world problems. Accredited by the Chartered Institute of Ecology and Environmental Management (CIEEM), our degree can open doors to careers with the Environment Agency, Wildlife Trusts, consultancies, ...
Are you passionate about tackling climate change, conserving biodiversity, or developing green business strategies? An Environmental Science degree at Northumbria could be for you.
This course combines scientific knowledge with the skills to communicate and advocate for change. You’ll learn from international experts and gain hands-on experience to solve real-world problems. Accredited by the Chartered Institute of Ecology and Environmental Management (CIEEM), our degree can open doors to careers with the Environment Agency, Wildlife Trusts, consultancies, and more. You’ll experience a mix of teaching methods, including lectures, fieldwork, lab work, and seminars, with a strong emphasis on experiential learning.
You can also take a sandwich year for work experience or study abroad, boosting your future career prospects.
Extended Degree
This extended degree provides an alternative route to higher education and supports those who don’t meet the standard entry requirements for an undergraduate degree. It includes a foundation year where you will explore a wide range of topics relating to environmental issues facing urban and rural environments and populations.
What will I learn in my Foundation Year?
In the foundation year, you will gain an understanding of complex environmental challenges and contemporary environmental issues. You will also explore sustainability and sustainable development concepts while gaining practical experience through fieldwork, using both quantitative and qualitative methods. This year will allow you to connect the physical and human aspects of the environment, offering opportunities to link theory, practice, and application.
The foundation year of the course delivered at level 3 which develops your ability to study in Higher Education is not accredited. Subsequent levels and years are accredited and deliver the knowledge, competencies, and skills required to meet the specific course accreditation requirements that relate to the approved accredited award title.
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Course Details
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
4 Years
Start Date
2027-09-01
Campus
Main Site
Application Details
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
A75-E04
Institution Code
N77
Points of Entry
Foundation
Entry Requirements
UCAS Tariff
56.0
72.0
From a combination of acceptable Level 3 qualifications which may include: A-level, T Level, BTEC Diplomas/Extended Diplomas, Scottish and Irish Highers, Access to HE Diplomas, or the International Baccalaureate. Find out how many points your qualifications are worth by using the UCAS Tariff calculator: www.ucas.com/ucas/tariff-calculator Northumbria University is committed to supporting all individuals to achieve their ambitions and we understand that every applicant’s circumstances can be different, which is why we take a flexible approach when making offers for this course. We have a range of schemes and alternative offers to make sure as many individuals as possible are given an opportunity to study at our university regardless of personal circumstances or background. Typically, offers range from 56 to 72 UCAS tariff points, but we’ll assess your individual circumstances and potential when reviewing your application To find out more, review our Northumbria Entry Requirement Essential Information page for further details www.northumbria.ac.uk/entryrequirementsinfo Subject Requirements: There are no specific subject requirements for this course. GCSE Requirements: Applicants will need Maths and English Language at minimum grade 4/C, or an equivalent. Additional Requirements: There are no additional requirements for this course. International Qualifications: We welcome applicants with a range of qualifications which may not match those shown above. If you have qualifications from outside the UK, find out what you need by visiting www.northumbria.ac.uk/yourcountry English Language Requirements: International applicants should have a minimum overall IELTS (Academic) score of 6.0 with 5.5 in each component (or an approved equivalent*). *The university accepts a large number of UK and International Qualifications in place of IELTS. You can find details of acceptable tests and the required grades in our English Language section: www.northumbria.ac.uk/englishqualifications
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